Bumayo (en. To fight)

/bʊmˈa.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of attacking or fighting against an enemy.
People helped each other to fight against the invaders.
Nagtulong-tulong ang mga tao upang bumayo sa mga mananakop.
The act of defending against an attack or danger.
They need to fight to defend their town.
Kailangan nilang bumayo upang ipagtanggol ang kanilang bayan.
The activity of participating in a war or battle.
The soldiers decided to fight in the face of heavy weaponry.
Ang mga sundalo ay nagpasya na bumayo sa harap ng isang malaking armas.

Etymology

Tagalog ang pinagmulan ng salita.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fight for the truth
Join in the defense of truth or correct principles.
bumayo para sa katotohanan
fight against the enemy
Engage in battle against enemies or opponents.
bumayo laban sa kaaway

Related Words

fight
A word that describes conflict or competition.
laban
war
A large and complex fight between armed forces.
digmaan

Slang Meanings

To exert effort or make an effort to achieve something.
Put in some effort in school so you can get into university.
Bumayo ka na sa school para makapasok ka sa university.
To work hard, often with a hint of annoyance or joking.
Come on, get to work! You can't just play all the time!
Sige na, bumayo ka na! Hindi puwedeng puro laro!
To be diligent or industrious in a task.
You should put in the work on your projects to keep up with others.
Dapat bumayo ka sa mga proyekto mo para makasabay sa iba.